From September 13-16, 2017, thousands packed the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana to attend the 5LINX International Training Event, which takes place three times annually. Many of those who traveled came in spite of having limited resources as a result of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, which devastated the surrounding areas of Houston, Texas and Central Florida.

Attendees were able to enjoy company-sponsored events which began with event registration and product demos on Wednesday 9/13. Vendors of 5LINX including GE ProtectAmerica, DailyDimes, Chroma Credit Restoration, OxZGen and more were on site to meet representatives and answer questions. On Thursday 9/14, leaders including Ricardo Suber and several other Senior Vice Presidents lead specialized trainings on various aspects of business activities, including Social Media, the Linx2Funds Non-Profit Initiative, Compensation Plan, Closing Commercial Sales and more. On Friday 9/15 and Saturday 9/16, 5LINX unveiled its newest products, starting with an expansion of its Tea Line, to include Chamomile, Passionfruit and Green Tea along with Organic Black Tea.

​Next was highly anticipated release of Chroma Credit Restoration, which is a comprehensive and competitively-priced solution that aggressively helps individuals restore their credit. Features include one-on-one action plans with professionals, unlimited disputes, debt validation letters to creditors, cease and desist letters, tools and tips to help you understand your score, and so much more at the low price point of just $89/month. However the crowd erupted in applause when it was announced that this service is 100% FREE if anyone refers 5 others who get the service, regardless of their affiliation with 5LINX.

While the audience was still on a high, 5LINX Chairman, Nelson Gerard announced the pre-launch of its newest line of Sports Wellness Products, called "OXZGEN", which is a joint venture of 5LINX and NBA All-Star and Assistant Coach, Juwan Howard. This product line was quoted in being "the most important in health, sports and wellness in decades." One of the key, natural ingredients is a hemp-derived CBD which has been cited as having positive effects on everything from pain and inflammation to Parkinsons and even Alzheimers by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology. Only representatives in attendance were able to order deeply discounted sample kits containing various forms of OXZGEN, including a balm, a spray and several others. The expected launch is expected in just weeks and the line will continue to roll out through 2018.

​In between product annoucements, 5LINX recognized various achievements including those to reached the 25, 50 and 100 Customer Clubs, Top IMR and Customer Producers, and more! 5LINX also welcomed its newest Senior Vice President, LaShauna Parker from North Carolina. From the stage, she encouraged new reps, leadership and the corporate staff to stay the course and echoed that the company is on course to reaching $1 Billion in Revenue.

5LINX went on to collect donations that went directly to hurricane victims in both Texas and Florida as a result of Hurricanes Irma and Harvey.

Lastly representatives were WOWed when Chief Operating Officer, Mike Gilbert shared that all representatives on the Platinum Discount Network now have access to the 5LINX Legacy App, which gives the ability to track potential customers and partners through powerful lead pages and a highly sophisticated follow up system. Lastly, Mike revealed that reps could upgrade for an additional $39.95/month to Platinum Discount Network Plus (aka PDN PLUS) which pays a 75% commission value, allows for free shipping on select products, and gives reps the ability to share the app and even get paid when referrals of customers engage the app! PDN Plus is now available only within the 5LINX Legacy App, which is available in the App Store (for iPhone users) and The Google Play Store (for Android users).

The event was concluded after a mainstage panel session, titled "Legends of Direct Sales" hosted by COO Mike Gilbert. Topics included "things that would be done differently if they could be done over again", "the habits and behaviors of the perfect network marketer," "what would you do if you could only work 2 hours/week on your business", "how to keep yourself from getting distracted, in a world full of distractions," and more. Representatives left the event feeling full, encouraged, rejuvenated and excited.

The next three training events will take place in 2018, staring with Savannah, Georgia (February 7-10), Atlantic City, New Jersey (May 2-5) and Jacksonville, Florida (September 19-22). Many of the participants at The New Orleans event have already secured their tickets for all three events. Click the video below for a snapshot at what took place in New Orleans.

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